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Great Beginnings Childcare & Learning Center

All parents want to make sure their children are being taught and looked after by responsible adults. Below we'd like to introduce our administrative staff members.

Teachers & staff are licensed by the City of Boise and are required to fulfill  minimum training hours yearly.  Teachers are required to attend 1st Aid classes and be CPR certified.



Brenda Johnson
Director

I have been employed with Great Beginnings Childcare & Learning Center since February 2000.  It is a great experience to provide a center where children can feel safe, have fun, and learn at the same time.  It is truly a pleasure to be surrounded by children and their laughter each day.  Everyday is an adventure!
 
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband, our son, his wife and their three children. My hobbies include gardening, long walks, hiking, reading, music, and spending time with my family.


Brian Sopatyk
Administrator

Great Beginnings Childcare & Learning Center opened in 1991.  We felt that the community needed the availability for affordable, quality child care.  I was the founder of the Idaho Private Child Care Association, a former board of director and member of National Child Care Association and also National Association of Child Care Professionals.  We continue to work closely with the legislators in adopting rules to create a better enviornment for children and try to keep elected officials appraised of child care needs.
 
I am married with one daughter and two grandsons.  I am a BSU graduate with a business degree with emphasis in business administration.  I am also a licensed pilot and enjoy flying.



Katie Meza
Assistant Director

Children have been the balance of my life since I began my career with Great Beginnings in 2000.  There is so much to learn from children.  Watching them grow from toddlers to young people is so amazing!
 
My young daughter, Cinaya, is the light of my life.  I also enjoy shopping, spending time with my family, and scrapbooking.  Since I am somewhat of a clean-freak, I also enjoy cleaning.

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Great Beginnings Childcare & Learning Center* 715 S. Latah Street* Boise* ID* 83705
208-342-6400

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